Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (Azure) (Remote, Full-Time) [MR001]

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About the role

As a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, securing, and operating cloud-native platforms that support critical, high-impact digital systems. This role focuses on building reliable Azure-based infrastructure, enabling secure application delivery, and supporting modern Python services through well-architected DevSecOps practices.

You will work closely with engineers, security stakeholders, and delivery teams to ensure platforms are scalable, secure, and production-ready, while continuously improving automation, resilience, and operational standards.

Responsibilities:
• Design, configure, and operate Azure Container Apps environments, including ingress, scaling, revisions, secrets management, and custom domains
• Implement and manage Private Endpoints and Private DNS to secure access to Azure PaaS services
• Secure, operate, and maintain Azure SQL and Azure Database for PostgreSQL, ensuring reliability, performance, and access control
• Build, extend, and manage Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, supporting application delivery beyond security-only automation
• Host, deploy, and support custom Python applications running on Azure infrastructure
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams to ensure cloud platforms meet operational, security, and compliance expectations
• Monitor and maintain platform health, availability, and scalability across environments
• Contribute to infrastructure standards, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience working with cloud platforms, with strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure
• 3+ years of experience designing, deploying, and operating container-based workloads in production environments (including Azure Container Apps or equivalent)
• 3+ years of experience implementing secure cloud networking patterns, including Private Endpoints, Private DNS, or equivalent isolation mechanisms
• 3+ years of experience operating and securing managed databases such as Azure SQL and PostgreSQL
• 3+ years of experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, with hands-on use of Azure DevOps
• 3+ years of experience deploying, hosting, and supporting Python applications in cloud environments
• Strong understanding of cloud security, reliability, and operational best practices
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and security teams in complex environments

Nice to Have:
• Experience with DevSecOps practices, including infrastructure automation and security-by-design
• Familiarity with container scaling, revision management, and traffic routing in cloud-native platforms
• Experience supporting platforms with high availability, security, and compliance requirements
• Exposure to regulated or high-trust environments
• Strong documentation skills and a focus on improving platform standards and developer experience

Benefits:
• Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
• No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words
• Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided
• Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
• True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued

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